My ABS Pulser on front and rear wheels were covered in rust.  I carefully sanded at 500 grit and some fine steel wool.  
My question is if I can put a thin clear coat of paint on these to keep from rusting again? 
Hoping the actual sensor will still work with a coat of paint on them.  

Thanks for your help.

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While my question does apply to the CB1100, it also applies generically to most modern motorcycles sold today. I'm posting my question here because I know we have a lot of very talented, and experienced people who frequent this site, and I am hoping someone can provide some informative feedback.

While performing a valve adjustment on a system that uses the small, metallic shims to achieve the proper clearance, has anyone ever encountered shims that have worn to where the surface that contacts the top of the valve stem is concave (cupped), and therefore is not a parallel surface to the opposite side of the shim?

I believe that I just encountered this condition on my VFR800. I performed all my valve clearance measurements, removed and measured all the shim thicknesses, selected the new (thinner) shims required to achieve the proper clearances, and reassembled everything. Upon remeasuring all the new clearances, I discovered the two exhaust valve clearances that I put .003" thinner shims into did not change at all! I double-checked all my measurements before and after reassembly, and triple checked my math. Even if my math was wrong, I know that the replacement shims were .003: thinner than the shims I removed.

I initially blamed myself for just doing something stupid, but when I did a search on the internet concerning this subject I discovered that I am not the only one who has experienced this problem. I learned that my old shims were most-likely cupped where they contact the valve stem, and when I used my caliper to measure the shim thicknesses (the laser-etched markings were not visible), the flat, parallel edges of my caliper could not provide an accurate measurement. I tossed my old shims into a jar, along with the dozens of other shims I have accumulated over the years, so I can't go back and reexamine them now because I don't know which ones they are.

However, I did just order a point micrometer from Ebay, which will accurately measure the shim thickness, even if they are cupped. As soon as I receive my new micrometer I'll finish my valve adjustments (I've only disassembled the rear cylinder at this time).

If anyone can provide some information on this topic it will not only be valuable to me, but I'm sure there are other members who visit this forum who would find this information helpful

Thank you.

Greetings, CB1100 friends. Hello from Glendale, CA!

I ride a 2017 CB1100EX, I'm the second owner, and I've had it since 2022. The first owner made a few mods to give it more of a Cafe Racer - a front cowl, drag style handlebars, aftermarket turn indicators, and mirrors. I've lovingly restored the bike back to stock because I think Honda really nailed it.

Happy to be here on the Forums. 

   

Although I have not had the good fortune to meet any of your children, I am sure they would report that you are a great father.

My father was a man of his time. He was born in 1930, at the onset of the Great Depression. His mother passed away a few weeks after giving birth to him, and his father worked himself to death on a farm in the Texas Hill Country. My father was raised by my great-grandparents and his aunt. There was never a boy more cherished or adored than my father.

He loved cruiser motorcycles and fast cars. In his late teens, he left motorcycling behind following a minor accident on his Indian Chief. Years later, I asked him if he was frightened by the experience. He told me no. The reason was simple: "None of the pretty girls would get on the back of the bike after they heard about the slide I took." I suspect my great-grandmother also influenced the decision. She never cared much for her fun-loving, high-spirited grandson to ride "one of those loud motorcycle things."

My father joined the military and served in Europe, Japan, and Korea. He earned the nickname "Bull," and it would not surprise me if I have some brothers and sisters scattered about Austria, France, Germany, Korea, and Japan.

My earliest memories of my Dad involve working on cars with him. Officers would bring their cars to our house, and the "Master Sergeant and his cute kid" would tune them up and fix them. I knew what a Phillips-head #2 screwdriver was before I went to kindergarten.

My father thought I took things far too seriously and did not set aside enough time for fun. He may be right. But I learned a lot from him, even if I am a little tamer. Happy Father's Day to everyone, and if you care to share something about your Dad or your experience as a Dad, I am sure the other members of the Forum will celebrate the moment with you.

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It's listed over on ebay but if a member wants it, let me know here and I'll cut you a Community Deal.

I used it with the their largest, Marlin windscreen and am now selling it, so take that as the review that it is. I think it would work better with one of their smaller fly-screens where the wind would crest into your chest instead of your helmet.

Either way, it certainly looks good and mounts easy.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/318422796452

Briones Regional Park has a rich history, with twists and turns as magnificent as the views. In 1829, Felipe Briones built a home on land he did not own. The Indians he displaced did not attempt to reclaim it. Native Americans understood they could not win a war because the Mexicans were better armed. Instead, they waged guerrilla warfare, allowing Briones to raise cattle and horses, which they often stole with great enthusiasm. They knew the rugged terrain and staged raids with great success. In a fit of desperation, Felipe pursued a group of raiders into the hills to retrieve his stolen animals. The natives seized the moment and killed him. What no one imagined was how formidable his grieving widow, Maria, could be. Within two years of his death, she secured a deed from the Mexican government for the ranch, had that deed validated by the United States Supreme Court in 1860, when California became a state, and found an unspoken détente with the Native Americans that enabled her family to prosper while the Native Americans navigated the complexities of the Mission System, riding "her" horses and eating "her" cattle.

Briones Regional Park is a great motorcycle destination, offering what I consider the best views of the East Bay. You can see incredible 360-degree panoramic views deep into the Sacramento Delta and out to the North Bay. On an exceptionally clear day, the vistas can even extend all the way across the Central Valley to the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains. In the spring, the grasslands are adorned with yellow, purple, and orange wildflowers. Sadly, I am plant-challenged and can’t tell you their names, but I can tell you they are breathtakingly beautiful. Hawks and eagles also make appearances in the early morning and early evening. The land is pristine every day of the year.

There are no pubs or coffee shops or places to eat. If you want to eat, bring snacks. But Briones Regional Park offers walkable trails and fantastic facilities for hikers. The various summits rise 1,000 ft above where you park your motorcycle. Most grades are under 8%, though a few are steeper for brief stretches. The paths twist and turn like the road that leads you there. Essential facilities are clean and functional. In my long history in the East Bay, I have never seen bad behavior from the ranchers, cyclists, hikers, motorcyclists, researchers, and nature lovers who visit regularly. While many people have lost faith in government agencies, the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) commands the respect of the citizens it truly serves. It manages over 126,809 acres of parklands across 73 parks, 55 miles of shoreline, and 1,330 miles of trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The district holds a pristine historical legacy as a pioneer in urban land preservation and maintains an exceptional public and financial reputation.

For those who just want a nice ride, there are two ways to reach Briones Regional Park: small country roads with little traffic, or I-680, a major thoroughfare with free express lanes for motorcyclists. Even at 65 MPH, the views are stunning. Your CB1100 will handle either route well. For those inclined to take the rural ride, I recommend resting your hand on the brake lever and keeping a slightly higher RPM than usual. You may need to stop or swerve quickly on narrow roads to accommodate cyclists, animals, and drivers entering the road. For those who prefer the Interstate, I strongly discourage lane splitting on I-680. The Interstate is well maintained, but heavy winds, big trucks, and distracted drivers are common.

I took the rural route to Briones Regional Park to get into the right mindset to experience nature. I returned via I-680 to share with you the Interstate experience and the ease of accessing the Park. As with all things in the East Bay, check your route before you leave. Accidents, crosswinds, heavy trucks, and maintenance can wreak havoc with the best-laid plan. I use 511 Traffic Alert to check current conditions and adjust as necessary.

For those who also want to hike, I have found motorcycle boots adequate because the paths are so well maintained. There are some climbs, but the ascents are less than 1,000 ft. After all, cattle still graze on the Briones Pasture, and true cowboys care for them now just like back in the day. Thankfully, the gunfights have given way to a sense of grandeur. Hope you enjoy the pictures. Ride safe and enjoy your weekend. David


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My own test with the bike on its centerstand spinning the front wheel while pressing the rear brake pedal and spinning the rear wheel while squeezing the front brake lever tells me that either the brakes are not linked, or that I'm bad at this test: as far as I can tell, neither wheel's spin is affected at all when applying the other wheel's brake. 

So, while the 2014 Deluxe DOES have ABS, the front and rear brakes are NOT linked?

Hoping someone can definitely confirm or deny.

On May 28, our friends at MyBB sent a bright flare into the evening sky. MyBB has been gathering information from Forum Administrators and identified 18 security vulnerabilities that despicable hackers with too much time on their hands could exploit. The three most serious vulnerabilities could have allowed bad actors to inject malicious code into your browser through the buddy list or user profile settings, or in a worst-case scenario, gain control of the Forum's server. Cormanus, pdedse, and I were aware of those vulnerabilities and took appropriate measures to plug the holes, but the Developers at MyBB, all volunteers, created a proper fix for all vulnerabilities and rolled out a new MyBB release. Their place in Developer Heaven is assured.

We installed that release last night, and so far, things appear to be stable.

There were also 31 minor functional issues resolved in this release. Our Forum should run even nicer than what it has been with these minor issues addressed.

Because of the severity of the exposure and our concerns about using duct tape and Bondo to keep things together, we took a leap of faith and installed the update with very little testing. To be candid, no testing.

So far, all performance indicators suggest the Forum is stable and working well. However, if you encounter something odd or if something fails to operate as it should, do not assume it is you. Rather, I caused it by pushing out the release without testing! Document anything that I broke in this Thread. We will get about the business of fixing it as quickly as we can. If we are good, we will be delighted. Thanks in advance for the assist.

For those programming nerds of the Forum, you can read about the release here.

Thank you all for continuing to log in, post, and share insights. It has been a few days since we heard something from Lord Popgun. Be advised that I have arranged for his handsome face to appear on milk cartons across the Lower 48 and Canada. An Amber Alert will follow soon. We do look forward to his next post. Polish up those RLETs. David

”If you cannot ride slow, you cannot really ride.”



Although I found the slightly snarky “Old Guys figured it out a long time ago” tone slightly taxing, I did find the content of this video thoughtful and insightful. I hope you agree. David